There are many simple things you can do each day to support children to understand about energy and the need for energy reduction. This can begin at a very young age through modelling and example. When children, even our babies hear us say its sunny we don’t need the lights on, or lets open the windows to feel the breeze we are showing them how to be energy efficient.
Conduct an energy audit to learn how much energy is used by the electrical appliances at your service. You can borrow an energy audit tool kit from your local library in South Australia or contract a local provider who can conduct the energy audit for you.
The audit will identify appliances that may need replacing or repair (such as the seal on a fridge) and will help you eliminate unnecessary power use, and compare energy bills when available. You can then demonstrate the impact of the changes you make and provide motivation for further improvement.
When purchasing new or replacement electric appliances, consider the need before purchasing, then look for ones with high energy star ratings. Energy efficient washing machine and dryers can greatly reduce your energy usage. Remember the more stars the more savings!
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